Obituaries
Kathryn "Kay" Baltzer
Mar 17, 2025
Kathryn (Kay) Baltzer, age 77, passed away very peacefully on March 17, 2025 at home in Powell, Ohio. Born May 23, 1947 to Edwin and Ruth Torrence in Beaver, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 39 years, Bob, her parents, and her sister Nell. She is survived by her sister Sue; sons Dan “Stu” (Stacie)...
Peg McClain
Mar 17, 2025
Peg McClain, age 75 of Columbus, OH, passed away on March 17, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1949 in Iowa City, Iowa. She was preceded in death by father Paul Nicholson. Peg is survived by her son Daniel (Meagan) McClain and Ryann Issenangle, grandchildren Makenlee Ward, Paul Ward, Zoey McClain, Cole Parker, Conner Parker and Cali Parker, mother...
Odervil Michecov Carlemy
Mar 16, 2025
Carlemy Michecov Odervil, 20, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, and entered the loving presence of his Savior Jesus.
Michecov was born November 15, 2004, in Delmas, Port au Prince, Haiti, to Windel Odervil and Micheline Jean.
Michecov loved to play soccer and basketball with his friends and classmates while growing up in Haiti. He graduated from Institute Coeur...
Benjamin Thomas Routman
Mar 16, 2025
Benjamin Thomas Routman, 21 of Westerville, born November 4, 2003, passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2025. Ben was the son of David and Marie (Savino) Routman.
Along with his parents, Ben is survived by his brother and best friend, Alex; maternal grandfather, Larry Savino; paternal grandmother, Helen Routman; uncle, Jeffrey Savino (Amy); aunts Cherilyn (Robert) Pike; and Carol Kerschner; as...
Melany Victoria DeVore
Mar 16, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic loss of Melany Victoria DeVore, who was taken from us far too soon in a devastating car crash. Melany was a vibrant, fun-loving soul who touched the lives of so many, always bringing joy and laughter to her friends and loved ones. With this tragedy, she left behind her two...
Danny Eugene Clevenger
Mar 16, 2025
Danny Eugene Clevenger, affectionately known as Dan, was born on October 21, 1949, in Ashland, Kentucky. He began his educational journey at St. Albans High School, graduating in class of 1967, before continuing his studies at Franklin University. Dan's dedication to his career was evident in his work at Krogers, where he was involved in construction engineering, along with his...
Mary Frimpong
Mar 15, 2025
Mary Frimpong, born on March 11, 1948, in Ghana, peacefully departed this world on March 15, 2025. A cherished member of her community, Mary was known for her kindness, strength, and unwavering spirit. She touched the lives of many with her compassionate nature and dedication to her family and friends.
Mary's journey through life was marked by resilience and an inspiring...
Dana Leech Kirby, Jr.
Mar 15, 2025
Dana L. Kirby Jr. 70 of Johnstown passed away March 15, 2025, at home. He was born January 26, 1955, to Mary M. (O'Neal) Kirby. The love of his life LouAnne (Brake) Kirby were together for 42 years and then married August 20, 1995, at their home in Johnstown. Along with his wife LouAnne and his Mother Mary Kirby (Russell)...
Kerry Thomas Rice
Mar 15, 2025
After a challenging few months, we are saddened to announce the passing of Kerry Thomas Rice, on March 15th, 2025, at St Ann's Hospital. Kerry was born on June 4, 1947, to Russell and Ruth Winland Rice in Columbus, Ohio.
He graduated from Brookhaven High School and attended The Ohio State University. He worked for many years in the insurance industry....
James Calvin Adkins
Mar 15, 2025
James Calvin Adkins, 63, passed away on March 15, 2025. He was born on October 4, 1961 to parents Mary (Sistek) Adkins and John Adkins in Columbus, Ohio. He is survived by his father; siblings Sue Holley, Joe (Marcia) Adkins, Terri (Richard) Uhrig, and Dao (Lan) Tran; numerous nieces and nephews, family members, and friends. He is preceded in death...
David C. Bunsey
Mar 15, 2025
David C. Bunsey, age 82, of Grove City, Ohio passed away on March 15, 2025. David was born on December 13, 1942 to the late Herbert and Lydia Bunsey in Cleveland, Ohio.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Patricia Bunsey and his brother, Bob Bunsey.
He is lovingly survived by his sons, William "Bill" (Terry) Bunsey...
Margaret Louise Smith
Mar 14, 2025
Smith, Margaret Louise, 84, of Newark, passed away March 14, 2025. She was born in Columbus on February 9, 1941 to the late Walter and Hazel (Monroe) Claar. She married Roy Everette Smith on April 1, 2000, and he preceded her in death on August 1, 2021.
Those left to cherish Ms. Margaret's memory included son, Charles "Chuck" Simmons and his...
Roger Edward Rathburn
Mar 14, 2025
Roger Edward Rathburn 86, formally of Johnsburg, IL, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Ohio Living Sarah Moore, Delaware, OH.
Born December 6, 1938, to William F. Rathburn and Cecelia McCarthy Rathburn in Mansfield, OH. He graduated from Mansfield St. Peters High School in 1956. During the summers he worked at Mansfield asphalt. After serving...
Eric Edward Casey
Mar 14, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Eric Edward Casey, a devoted husband, cherished son, and beloved friend, who left this world unexpectedly on March 14, 2025, at the age of 31. Born on November 2, 1993, in Bennington, Vermont, Eric's vibrant spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Eric was an accomplished Executive...
Lorene A Lindsay
Mar 14, 2025
Lorene Lindsay, passed away at the age of 92. She was born on February 14, 1933. She was preceded in death by her parents Arthur "Art" Lohmeyer and Eleanor Bradford, brother Larry Lohmeyer, husband of 67 years Daniel Patrick Lindsay, infant daughter Rebech. Lorene is survived by daughter Susan (Stuart) Koble, grandsons Justin, Jeffrey, Jonathon Koble, great grandchildren Bryleigh, Brayden,...
Dorothy D. Runyon
Mar 14, 2025
Dorothy D. Runyon 91, of Columbus, Ohio went home to the Lord on March 14, 2025. She was born February 1, 1934 to Robert G. and Fern (Hunt) Davis. She was from Clintwood, VA.
In June of 1956, a handsome young Airman stationed at Lockbourne AFB boarded a Greyhound bus. He saw a woman with a beautiful smile and he had...
Lawrence "Larry" Edward Jones
Mar 13, 2025
Lawrence Edward Jones, a servant of God, peacefully entered eternal rest on March 13, 2025, at the age of 82, after a life dedicated to faith and service. He was born on December 25th, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio
Surviving family includes children, Kimberly (Marty) Roy, Nikki (Chad) Huffman, Dale (Linda) Jones; grandchildren, Diamond (Skylar) Bester, Emmanuel (Moriah) Jones, Nathanael (Taylor) Huffman,...
Angela M. Hawthorne
Mar 13, 2025
Angela M. Hawthorne, 50, after a long battle with cancer, our angel gained her wings on March 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her brother, David Hawthorne; step-father, Daniel Anderson; and grandparents, Richard Hahn, Margaret Hawthorne, Clarence "Max" Hawthorne, Gary and Rike Eick. Angela is survived by her three children, Noah (Diamond), Sarah (Erin), and Jeremiah; mother, Vicky...
Austin Clay Rice Hunter
Mar 13, 2025
Austin Clay Rice Hunter, 33, of Columbus, born June 11, 1991 to Robyn D. Rice and Late Charles “Chuck” J. Hunter, who passed on November 17, 2023.
Along with his mother, Robyn and his dear cat, Obi; Austin is survived by sister, Danielle Rice of Columbus; brother, Rick (Lora) Andrix of Johnstown; aunts, Tina (David) Geer and Beth (Leroy) Rizor; uncles,...
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